5 full fibre tips to keep your family broadband connected this christmas

T’is the season for joy, connection, and… heavy broadband usage. Yep, it’s not just our waistlines that are bulging this Christmas.

Streaming marathons, family video calls, new tech and online gaming sessions, make fast, reliable internet more important than ever. Here’s our top tips to keep your broadband performing its best during the holidays.

Download holiday favourites in advance

In days gone by many of us would excitedly circle the TV Guide and plan our festive viewing schedule. Nowadays streaming platforms like Netflix and Disney+ allow you to download content which will guarantee you jingle all the way this year and avoid the buffering of Christmas past.

Mince pies, carrots…software updates

If you're little ones are getting a new gaming console, or you've purchased a new online game this year. The shrieks of joy could soon turn to groans and tantrums. Why? Becuase most games these days require some sort of downloadable content in order to work. This means a Christmas morning spent downloading software updates before being able to enjoy new tech gifts.

You can avoid this heartache by downloading everything the night before...just don't get caught!

Guest Wi-Fi for unexpected visitors

Hosting distant relatives or festive guests? Enable a guest Wi-Fi network to keep your primary network secure. This prevents visitors from inadvertently accessing your private devices or smart home systems.

Guest networks also help avoid potential risks from malware on unfamiliar devices while allowing everyone to stay connected.

Because seriously, how well do you know your third cousin Kevin?

Don't decorate your router

It’s not just hungry elves that can come down with tinselitus! Wrapping your router in tinsel can impact Wi-Fi waves and potentially create a fire hazard. Routers already have flashing lights, so no need to add more!

Other decorating no-nos include:

• Obscuring your routers line-of-sight. If you’re router is suddenly hidden behind a larger tree you might find your signal lacks a bit of needle – get it?

• Christmas lights may dazzle, but they can disrupt your broadband. These decorations emit electromagnetic interference which can impact performance.

  
  

Secure your online activity

Unfortunately, cyber-criminals do not take holidays. The festive season sees a rise in cybercrime, with phishing attacks and fraud attempts peaking in mid-December. Secure your network with strong passwords, multi-factor authentication, and avoid using public Wi-Fi for financial transactions.

Ready to make the Swish to full fibre?

Full fibre broadband provides more bandwidth and consistent speeds compared to older technologies. This is crucial during the festive season, with families streaming in 4K, gaming online, and hosting virtual get-togethers simultaneously. Switching to full fibre is the best way to future-proof your internet.